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$611,759$241 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $285,000 on May 9, 2002

5521 LAKE RIDGE TER

BOWIE, MD 20720
3 / 1
Baths
2,540 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$612K
$572K low$652K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · May 9, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,406 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$551,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$121,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$430,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$510,367
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$551,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyPrince George's
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 264 ft²Patio · 48 ft²Porch · 80 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Bowie High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Whitehall Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
M
Samuel Ogle Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Prince George's County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20720These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.19
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,638
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,781 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$172,240
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$193,741
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

5521 Lake Ridge Ter measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 85% of homes in Prince George's County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Prince George's County
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Prince George's County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Westview
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Westview

What homes are worth in Bowie 20720

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$311K$1M

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Bowie 20720.

How it measures up in Bowie 20720

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bowie 20720.

Estimated value$611,759
CheaperTypical $601,704Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$241
CheaperTypical $251Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area2,540 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,346 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 5521 Lake Ridge Ter ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestviewBowie 20720Prince George's County
Estimated valuepricier than$611,75941% of homes52% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24136% of homes40% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than2,540 ft²53% of homes59% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac17% of homes57% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than199491% of homes49% of homes73% of homes

About 5521 Lake Ridge Ter

How much is 5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD is $611,759 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $571,669 to $651,849. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD last sell?

5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD last sold on May 9, 2002 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD?

5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD has 3 bathrooms, 2,540 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD built?

5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD?

5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD is assigned to Bowie High School (high), rated C-; Whitehall Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Samuel Ogle Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Prince George's County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD compare to other homes in Bowie 20720?

Among the 8,969 homes in Bowie 20720, it is worth more than 52% of them ($611,759 against a typical $601,704), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($241 against a typical $251), it is bigger than 59% of them (2,540 ft² against a typical 2,346 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1994 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Prince George's County, it is worth more than 85% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5521 Lake Ridge Ter, Bowie, MD was $6,406. The county assessed it at $551,800.

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